CPGET MCom Syllabus 2026: Download Latest Syllabus PDF

CPGET 2026 Preliminary Answer Key

17 Jul '26

Updated on Jun 24, 2026 13:21 IST

By Porishmita Paul, Associate Senior Executive

Kakatiya University has prescribed the CPGET syllabus 2026 on official website. It contains separate syllabus MA, MCom, MPEd, MSc, and 5 Years Integrated Courses.
All questions in exam will be framed based on CPGET syllabus prescribed by university. Therefore, candidates are advised to check it out well before the CPGET 2026 to score better. Read all about CPGET exam syllabus for all PG courses below.

Table of contents

CPGET 2026 Syllabus PDF Download
CPGET 2026 Syllabus for MA
CPGET 2026 Syllabus for MCom
CPGET 2026 Syllabus for M.S.W.
CPGET 2026 Syllabus for MSc
CPGET Exam Pattern Overview
CPGET 2026 Exam Preparation Strategy
FAQs on CPGET Syllabus

CPGET 2026 Syllabus PDF Download

CPGET Syllabus PDF shared below mentions all subjects and topics included in PG courses. Students preparing for upcoming CPGET exam must download PDF and get list of important topics to prepare.

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CPGET 2026 Syllabus PDF

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the duration of CPGET exam?

CPGET exam duration is usually 90 minutes. Candidates must complete all questions within this time.

Q: What is the exam pattern of CPGET 2026?

CPGET exam is of 90 minutes duration. Each paper has 100 multiple-choice questions are based only on prescribed syllabus. Some questions may have more than one correct answer.

Q: What are the most important topics for CPGET?

CPGET important topics are from your graduation syllabus. Focus on frequently asked concepts and key theories.

CPGET 2026 Syllabus for MA

Find the CPGET syllabus for different MA courses:

Subjects	Topics
CPGET Syllabus for MA Arabic	Classical Prose Modern Prose Poetry Grammar History of Arabic Literature




MA English Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Spelling & punctuation, vocabulary, grammar, correction of sentences, exercises in jumbling Part B Literary (Terms & Forms), Books & Authors, Comprehension (Poetry & Prose)
MA Hindi Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Spelling of Words, Correct form of sentences, Basic Grammar (Gender, Case, Tense, Number), Meaning of the words. Part B (60 Marks) History of Hindi Literature; Basic Hindi Grammar (Theory); Hindi, Prose, Poetry and Fiction etc; General Awareness about Hindi Language and Literature.
MA Kannada Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Finding the correct form of words and sentences, meanings of words, basic grammar and composition Part B (60 Marks) History of Literature, Literary works and authors, grammar, Prosody and general awareness of the language
MA Marathi Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) History of Marathi Literature. Part B (60 Marks) Forms of Literature: Poetry, Short Story, Novel, Drama, Essay, Biography, Autobiography
MA Persian Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Grammar Part B (60 Marks) Life histories of the following Poets and Authors: Rudaki, Firdausi, Unsari, Nizami, Attar, Rumi, Khayyam, Amir Khusro, Saidi, Hafiz, Iqbal, Chahar Maqala by Nizami aroozi Samarqerndi, Anwar-e-soheli by Mulla Waiz Kashif
MA Sanskrit Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Declensions: Marking the correct declensional form as indicated, Marking the correct Vibhakti as indicated, Conjugation: Marking the correct Tinganta verbal forms, Marking the correct lakara-tense and mood. Samasas – Compounds: Marking the correct vigrahvakya, Marking the correct samasas against given vigrahavakya. Part B (60 Marks) Sandhis: Joining the words, Disjoin the sandhis, Kridantas: Marking the correct Kridanta form, Alankaras: Identify alankara, Define alankara. History of Literature: Identifying the poet, identifying the text.
MS Telugu Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Principles of Sociology, Indian Society Part B (60 Marks) Social anthropology
MA Urdu Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Poetry, prose, ghazals Part B (60 Marks) Poetry, prose
MA Islamic Studies Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Fundamental beliefs and practices of Islam. Prophethood, Revelation. Compilation of the Quran, Economic, Political and Ethical teachings of the Quran, Hadith: Definition, Compilation and types of Hadith, Source of Islamic Law, Schools of Islamic Law, Marriage, Dissolution of marriage, Inheritance Part B (60 Marks) Pre-Islamic Arabia: Geo-political, Social and religious conditions, Life of the Prophet and Early caliphate, The Umayyads and the Abbasids, Administration, Society, Contribution to Science, Literature, Fine Arts & Architecture, Petty Dynasties, Concepts of Ummah, Khilafah and Imamah. Muslim Philosophy: Mutalzilities, Asharites, Sufism: Origin and development, Sufis and Sufi orders
MA Political Science Syllabus	Part A (30 marks) Political science – theories, concepts and institutions Part B (40 marks) Indian government and politics Part C (30 marks) Political thought
Master of Human Resource Syllabus	Part A (50 marks) Synonyms, Antonyms, meaning identification, verbal analogies, sentence completion, English usage Part B (50 marks) Management aptitude, organization theory and management, industrialization in India, Indian working class
MA Gender Studies Syllabus	Part A (50 Marks) Concept and theories Part B (50 Marks) Women empowerment, gender and development
MA Sociology Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Principles of Sociology - community, social institutions, social stratification and mobility, sociological stratification and mobility, sociological thought Part B (60 Marks) Indian society – advent of Islam, tribes in India, caste system in Indai, social problems in India
MA Psychology Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Introduction, Biological basis of behaviour, Sensation and perception, Motivation, Emotion, Learning, Memory and Forgetting, Thinking, Development of Behavior, Intelligence and Aptitude Part B (60 Marks) Personality, Psychology of Adjustment, Abnormal Behaviour, Altered states of consciousness, Statistics, Social Perception, Attitude, Prejudice and Discrimination, Pro-Social Behaviour, Aggression, Groups, Group Dynamics, Leadership, Issues, Challenges and Problems in Adolescence
M Social Work Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Social Work profession, philosophy and concepts social science concepts for social workers Part B (60 Marks) Social work intervention – methods, strategies and fields of social work practice
MA History Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) History of Modern Europe ( 1789 – 1960 A.D.) Part B (60 Marks) History and Culture of India up to 1950 A.D.y
MA Economics Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Indian Economy and Economic Development, Structure of the Indian Economy, Indian Agriculture, Industry and Services, Telangana State Economy Part B (60 Marks) Micro Economics- Introduction, Consumer Behaviour, Theory of Production and Costs, Market Structure, Factor Pricing Macro Economics: National Income, Theories of Employment
MA Theatre Arts Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) World Theatre – History and Development of World Theatre (Greek, Britain, German, France, Japan, Russian, Poland, American), Sanskrit Theatre – The History of Sanskrit Theatre, Major Playwrights and their contribution Part B (60 Marks) Folk Theatre Forms of Andhra Pradesh – Major and Marginal folk forms of AP with special reference to Veedhi Natakam, Burra Katha, Oggu Katha and Puppetry, Telugu Theatre: History and development of Telugu Theatre (1860 to up to date) – Major Playwrights, Plays, Associations, Actors, Directors and their contribution, Origin of Telugu Theatre, Padya Natakam (Musical Theatre), Modern Telugu Theatre and Modern Street Theatre, Indian Theatre
MA Philosophy Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Definition of philosophy, characteristics of Indian philosophy Part B (60 Marks) Problem of substance, modern Western philosophy, Hegel’s dialectical method
MS Linguistics Syllabus	Part A (40 Marks) Popular ideas and beliefs about language, countries/States and their official languages, languages and the scripts in which they are written, names of the language families to which a given language belongs to, largest/Second largest spoken language in a country/region, awareness of language-related subjects, famous authors of the world and the language in which they wrote/have been writing, world-famous books and the language in which they are written Part B (60 Marks) This section consists of 60 bits based on the natural/hypothetical language data to test the Analytical ability of the candidate.
CPGET MA AIHCA Syllabus	Part A (40 marks) Fundamentals of Indian Archeology, Indian Art and Architecture Part B ( 60 marks) Indian History from the earliest time to the present day into political, social, economic, religious and cultural aspects

Also Read: CPGET Participating Universities 2026

Commonly asked questions

Q: When will CPGET 2026 syllabus be released?

CPGET syllabus is released a few months before exam by Kakatiya University on its official website. Candidates should regularly check official CPGET website for latest updates.

Q: Is the CPGET syllabus the same for all postgraduate courses?

No, CPGET syllabus is not same for all postgraduate courses. Kakatiya University releases separate syllabi for courses like MA, MSc, MCom, MSW, and MLISc.

Q: How much time is available per question in CPGET?

Candidates get 90 minutes to answer 100 questions. This means they have an average of about 54 seconds per question.

CPGET 2026 Syllabus for MCom

The CPGET syllabus for MCom degree course is provided below.

CPGET MCom Syllabus & Marks Per Section

Part A (40 marks): Business Laws, Financial Accounting, Corporate Accounting, Auditing, Fundamentals of Information Technology

Part B (60 marks): Business Economics, Business Organization And Management, Business Statistics, Financial Services-Banking and Insurance, General English, General knowledge and current affairs

Also Read: Best Colleges accepting CPGET Score in India

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is the CPGET easy or tough?

CPGET is generally considered a moderate level to manageable. It is not very tough and can be easily cracked if prepared well.

Q: What courses are offered through CPGET?

Through CPGET, students can get admission into courses like MA, MSc, MBA, MCom, MSW, MEd, MPEd, MHRM, and M.Lib.I.Sc. It also offers entry to some five-year integrated programmes across different universities.

Q: What is the eligibility for CPGET Faculty of Commerce and Education?

For the Faculty of Commerce, any graduate can apply. For MEd, a BEd degree with required marks is needed. For MPEd, a B.P.Ed degree with minimum marks is compulsory.

CPGET 2026 Syllabus for M.S.W.

The CPGET syllabus for MSW degree course is provided below.

Part – A (40 Marks): Social Work profession, philosophy and concepts social science concepts for social workers:

1. Nature, scope and definition of social work, goals of social work developmental/ promotion/ remedial/ameliorative. Values of social work profession, social welfare, social services, social development and social change.

2. Evolution of social work in India – religious roots of charity and philanthropy: Role of traditional institutions such as joint family, caste and panchayat.

3. Emergence of rationalistic and humanistic traditions, concepts of social reform: major social reform movements in India.

4. Fundamentals rights and duties under the Indian constitution-directive principles of state policy, role of social work in relation to human rights and social justice.

5. Professional commitment and code of conduct for social workers.

6. Basic psychological processes- motivation, perception, learning, adjustments, attitudes, stereo types, prejudice, etc. Personality, stages of human developments-prenatal and postnatal stages.

7. Society and culture, process and socialization, agencies of socialization, social control, social deviance, social groups social inequality and social stratification, urban, rural and tribal society, social change.

8. Origin and development of the state role of the state in social welfare.

9. Relationship between economics and social work, economics of under development, role of state in planning and economic development, relationship of anthropology to social work, social and economic development programme for tribal.

10. Social science

concepts for social work: community development and modernization, definitions and processes, minorities- demographic and socio-economic characteristics-the politics of minority status, human diversity and modern society.

Part - B (60 Marks): Social work intervention – methods, strategies and fields of social work practice:

1. Social group work as a method of a social work specified objectives, values and principles of social group work. Types of groups process of group work, approaches and models in group work practice – therapeutic/social treatment, development group and task-oriented group.

2. Community organization as a method of intervention and its scope: definition and principles of community organization.

3. Meaning and scope of social action, social action as a technique and method of social work.

4. Social work research, social work research process, tools of social work research.

5. Introduction, scope and need to different fields i.e. family and child welfare.

6. Medical social work – concept of health and illness, relationship between body and mind and psychological components in Tuberculosis, HIV/AIDS and other social diseases and conditions. Psychiatric social work, community health and health education, role of group workers in working with mentally and physically challenged.

7. Urban and rural community development – programmes of urban and rural community development,

8. Criminology and correctional administration – social legislation, role of correctional social worker in prison.

9. Weaker sections development, definition of weaker section, programs and services of weaker sections.

10. Labour welfare and personnel management.

Also Read: Last 30 Days Preparation Strategy for CPGET

Commonly asked questions

Q: How many types of objective questions come in CPGET?

In CPGET, you usually see 3 or 4 types of objective questions. Apart from normal multiple-choice questions, there can be multiple-answer questions that need extra attention while answering.

Q: Are questions asked outside the CPGET syllabus?

No, all questions in CPGET exam are strictly asked only from official syllabus. Nothing comes from outside the syllabus, so students should focus fully on the prescribed topics.

Q: Why is revision important during CPGET preparation?

Yes revision important during CPGET preparation. Revision helps you remember what you studied. During CPGET exam prep, regular revision improves accuracy and confidence. Without revision students tend to forget topics. Try weekly and monthly revision to stay strong in concepts.

CPGET 2026 Syllabus for MSc

CPGET 2026 MSc syllabus helps you understand what topics you need to study for the exam. Each subject has a fixed syllabus and marks split. Knowing the syllabus early makes preparation smooth. Subjects are based on graduation level. When you check syllabus, you avoid reading extra topics.

Subjects	Topics
M.Sc Botany	Part A (40 Marks): Microbial Diversity of Lower Plants, Bryophytes, Pteridophytes, Gymnosperms and Paleobotany, Taxonomy of Angiosperms, Medicinal Botany Part B (60 marks): Plant Anatomy, Embryology, Palynology, Cell Biology, Genetics, Plant Physiology
MSc Computer Science	Computer Fundamentals Programming in C++ Data Structures Database Management Systems Programming in Java Computer Networks
MSc Electronics	Part-A (40 Marks): Digital Electronics – Introduction, Combinational and Sequential Circuits, Digital Communication Part B (60 marks): Circuit Analysis and Electronic Devices - AC Fundamentals, Passive networks, Network theorems (DC and AC), Cathode Ray Oscilloscope, RC an RL Circuits, Resonance, PN Junction, Bipolar Junction Transistor (BJT), Field Effect Transistor (FET), Analog Circuits and Communications
MSc Geography	Part A (40 marks): Human and Economic Geography, Regional Geography of India with special reference to Telangana, Mapping Techniques Part B (60 marks): Elements & Principles of Physical Geography, Economic Geography
MSc Geology	Part A (40 marks): Paleontology, Indian Geology, Economic Geology Part B (60 marks): Physical Geology, Crystallography, Mineralogy, Optical Mineralogy, Petrology, Igneous rocks, Sedimentary Rocks, Metamorphic Rocks, Structural Geology

Also Read: CPGET Best Books: Preparation Tips

Commonly asked questions

Q: Is the CPGET exam syllabus-based?

Yes, CPGET 2026 exam is fully syllabus-based. All questions are framed only from syllabus prescribed for each subject. No questions are asked outside official syllabus announced by Kakatiya University.

Q: Is there any sectional time limit in CPGET?

No. CPGET provides a single duration of 90 minutes for the entire examination. Candidates can allocate their time across questions according to their strategy.

Q: What is the best strategy to complete the CPGET paper within 90 minutes?

Candidates should first answer questions they are confident about, skip difficult ones temporarily, and revisit them later. Regular mock tests can help improve speed and accuracy.

CPGET Exam Pattern Overview

While preparing for CPGET, students must know the question paper structure to practice accordingly. Check below to get CPGET exam pattern:

Particulars	Details
Exam Name	Common Post Graduate Entrance Test (CPGET)
Conducting Body	Kakatiya University
Exam Mode	Online (Computer-Based Test)
Question Type	Objective Type Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
Total Questions	100
Total Marks	100
Exam Duration	90 Minutes
Marking Scheme	1 mark for each correct answer
Negative Marking	No
Medium of Exam	English or as prescribed for the selected subject
Courses Covered	MA, MSc, MCom, MSW, M.Ed, M.P.Ed, M.Lib.I.Sc., PG Diploma and Integrated Programmes

Commonly asked questions

Q: Which universities accept CPGET scores?

Many Telangana universities accept CPGET scores. Some universities accepting CPGET exam scores are Kakatiya University, Telangana University, Mahatma Gandhi University, Palamuru University, Satavahana University, JNTU, and Telangana Mahila Visvavidyalayam for PG and Diploma admissions.

Q: What type of questions are asked from the CPGET syllabus?

CPGET entrance test includes objective-type questions. These are multiple choice, analogies, matching, classification, and questions based on studies, experiments, or theory. Number of question types may vary between subjects.

Q: How much time is sufficient for CPGET preparation?

For an average student, 3 to 6 months is generally considered sufficient for CPGET preparation.

CPGET 2026 Exam Preparation Strategy

Check some of important preparation tips for CPGET exam below:

Download CPGET 2026 syllabus for your subject.
Check test pattern before starting preparation.
Make short notes for formulas, facts and important topics.
Study for at least 2 to 3 hours daily.
Start with easy topics and then go to difficult.
Find weak topics and revise them more than twice.
Do not guess answers if you are not sure

CPGET 2026 Prep Books

Check list of top CPGET preparation books and study materials for 2026 test preparation.

Candidates can check important books related to CPGET preparation below:

Mathematics

NCERT Maths book of Class XI and XII
R. D. Sharma Objective
Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Physics

NCERT Physics book of Class XI and XII
Objective Physics by Pradeep
Concepts of Physics by H. C. Verma
Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Chemistry

NCERT Chemistry Book of Class XI and XII
Objective Chemistry by Pradeep
Previous year's objective questions of JEE Main and JEE Advanced (AIEEE and IIT)

Biology

NCERT Biology Book of Class XI and XII
Trueman’s Biology Class XI and XII
Previous year's objective questions of AIPMT and NEET

English

Word Power Made Easy New Revised & Expanded Edition by NORMAN LEWIS (ISBN-10: 0143424688)
OBJECTIVE GENERAL ENGLISH 01 Edition By R. S. Aggarwal (ISBN-10: 8121915317).

Commonly asked questions

Q: What is the overall difficulty level of CPGET?

CPGET is generally moderate in difficulty. Students with strong concepts can perform well with proper preparation.

Q: Which section is most difficult in CPGET?

The difficulty depends on your subject. Most students find advanced or conceptual topics from their graduation syllabus more challenging.

Q: Can I crack CPGET through self-study?

Yes, you can crack CPGET through self-study. Self-study is enough if you follow a proper plan, revise regularly, and practice questions consistently.

FAQs on CPGET Syllabus

Candidates can refer to the section below for a few frequently asked questions about the CPGET syllabus.

Q: What is the CPGET exam pattern?

CPGET is an online test with multiple-choice questions. Each question carries equal marks, and there is usually no negative marking.

Q: What is the minimum marks needed for CPGET eligibility?

Minimum marks needed for CPGET eligibility is at least 40% marks or equivalent CGPA. For SC/ST candidates, only passing the qualifying examination is enough to be eligible.

Q: Is making a study timetable important for CPGET?

Yes making a study timetable important for CPGET. It helps you manage time, give equal focus to all subjects. It also help you avoid last-minute panic.

Q: Which are the best books for CPGET Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry?

For CPGET Maths, use NCERT Class 11 & 12 and R.D. Sharma Objective. For Physics and Chemistry, NCERT books and Pradeep's Objective series are useful. Previous year JEE Main and Advanced questions also help.

Q: What is the expected exam date for CPGET 2026?

The CPGET 2026 exam will likely be held in first week of July 2026.

Q: How can I apply for CPGET 2026?

You can apply for CPGET 2026 only in online mode. Visit official CPGET website, do registration, fill application form, upload documents, and pay application fees. Offline applications are not accepted for CPGET.

Q: When will the CPGET 2026 application form be released?

The CPGET 2026 application form was released on May 15, 2026 by Kakatiya University.

Q: What is the exam pattern for M.Sc. Biochemistry and related courses?

For M.Sc. Biochemistry, Environmental Science, Forensic Science, Genetics, and Microbiology, there is a common entrance test. It has Part A: Chemistry (40 marks) and Part B: one optional subject (60 marks) studied at B.Sc level.

Q: What are the eligibility criteria to apply for the CPGET exam?

To be eligible for admission into a course, the candidate

Must have passed the Qualifying Examination and secured the prescribed Minimum Marks in the subject (s)/ course (s) concerned as mentioned in the Information Brochure, and
Must have qualified in the Common PG Entrance Test conducted in the concerned subject in which admission is sought. For administrative reasons, the Convenor may, conduct the entrance test before the publication of the results of the qualifying examination concerned. But qualifying at the Entrance Test alone does not confer any right of admission into a course. In addition to being qualified at the Common Entrance Test, a candidate will be eligible for admission only if he/ she passes the qualifying examination before the commencement of admissions process and secure the prescribed minimum marks in the subject (s)/ course (s) concerned. He/ She must submit the necessary documents listed under item VII of these instructions at the time of counseling.

Q: What is the CPGET exam?

CPGET stands for Common Post Graduate Entrance Test. It is a state-level entrance exam conducted once every year for admission into PG, PG diploma, and five-year integrated courses in Telangana universities. Earlier, it was known as OUCET.